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Psychotherapist and author David Richo shares how to move past the destructive urge to retaliate through principles of psychology, Buddhism, and more.Grab a copy of David's newest book, Sweeter than Revenge: Overcoming Your Payback Mind and Achieving Real Connection in all Your RelationshipsThis time on Mindrolling, David and Raghu discuss: Retaliation and separateness as the ego's favorite sportsRolling with the punches and not expecting full acknowledgment from everyoneExpanding our ability to handle whatever happens in lifeSaying ‘yes' to the opportunity of graceRighteousness versus healthy communicationForbearance: how long-term mindfulness practice can help us be less reactive Opening the path to enlightenment through forgivenessAbout David Richo:David Richo, PhD, MFT, is a psychotherapist, teacher, workshop leader, and writer who works in Santa Barbara and San Francisco, California. He combines Jungian, poetic, and mythic perspectives in his work with the intention of integrating the psychological and the spiritual. His books and workshops include attention to Buddhist and Christian spiritual practices. Check out David's website to learn more. “What is ego? The insertion of our entitlement to be treated with honor, respect, and full acknowledgment by everyone. Some people like us and some people don't. You gotta roll with those kinda punches rather than take revenge on anyone that doesn't come through positively for you.” –David RichoSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Channel: A Podcast from the International Institute for Asian Studies (IIAS)
This episode features an interview about the social history of cannabis in colonial South Asia. Utathya Chattopadhyaya is Assistant Professor of History at the University of California, Santa Barbara, and coeditor of the journal The Social History of Alcohol and Drugs. Utathya's new book is Ganja Matters: Empire and the Pursuits of Cannabis in British India, which was recently published by the University of California Press. Presenting a sweeping social history of ganja in colonial India, the book examines the collision between different ways of viewing, using, and valuing cannabis products – namely, those of local religious, cultural, and political groups on the on the one hand and those of colonial administrators on the other. Through a multi-species analysis, the book uses ganja to explore broader themes of taxation, governance, transgression, and social identity. The book is available as an Open Access title here: https://www.luminosoa.org/books/m/10.1525/luminos.276 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dr. Dick Startz, an education economist at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In this episode, we explore the financial reality facing America's colleges—from the “no cliff, but a downhill slide” demographic shift in 18-year-olds, to the sudden drop in international students and what that means for tuition revenue, and to changing federal support affecting research and student aid.
Matt Faircloth talks to Buck Joffrey, a real estate expert, host of the Wealth Formula Podcast, and a former medical professional who transitioned into passive investments and asset-based wealth-building. His unique perspective combines a deep understanding of macroeconomics, real estate, and entrepreneurial mindset. This episode is essential listening if you're a real estate investor feeling the pinch but also sensing the underlying shifts that could lead to massive opportunities. Whether you're experienced or just starting out, Buck's insights will give you clarity on how to act now before the market begins to recover. Buck Joffrey A board-certified surgeon turned serial entrepreneur, real estate investor Based in: Santa Barbara, California Where to find them: https://www.linkedin.com/in/buck-joffrey-md https://wealthformula.com/ Book your free demo today at bill.com/bestever and get a $100 Amazon gift card. Visit https://malabarhillcapital.com/ for more info. Podcast production done by Outlier Audio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Actress, filmmaker, singer-songwriter and activist Malynda Hale joins My Fame, Explained to discuss her incredible journey from growing up in Santa Barbara to starring alongside Loretta Devine and Oscar winner Amy Madigan in the new drama Bull Street.Malynda shares what drew her to the film, what she learned working with such an accomplished cast, and why stories centered around justice, legacy and family continue to resonate with audiences.The conversation also explores her transition from music into acting and directing, launching her production company JMV Entertainment, and creating projects like Curtain Call and Au Gratin. Beyond entertainment, Malynda opens up about motherhood, faith, social justice, the Black Voices Heard Project, hosting her podcast #WeNeedToTalk, and why she believes meaningful change always starts with honest conversations.Whether you know Malynda from her music, films, activism or commentary, this is an inspiring conversation about purpose, creativity and using your voice to make a difference.Malynda's childhood and early love of musicStarring in Bull StreetWorking with Loretta Devine and Amy MadiganTransitioning from music to acting and directingLaunching JMV EntertainmentCurtain Call and Au GratinFaith, activism and The New EvangelicalsThe Black Voices Heard ProjectMotherhood and balancing multiple careersAdvice for aspiring creativesFollow Malunda Hale on InstagramFollow Larry Gilbert on InstagramFollow the My Fame, Explained podcast on:FacebookInstagramTikTokLinkedInYouTube
Fill the Fund Logo On today's show, we bring you three urgent climate and environmental justice stories. Talia Nimmer of the Center for Biological Diversity shares the latest on Sable Offshore Drilling's push to acquire public and private land in Santa Barbara, California. Woody Hastings of The Climate Center previews a free public webinar on the need for clear guidelines in the transportation fuel transition. And Harjeet Singh, Global Convenor of the “Fill The Fund” campaign, joins us for a powerful conversation on loss and damage. Please see my Substack at: The post Fill the Fund Campaign & More appeared first on KPFA.
Thursday July 16, 2026 Trump Forces Open Santa Barbara Pipeline
What I Discussed With Dr. Jenn Kennedy...- The two problems that bring most couples over 50 into sex therapy, and why embarrassment keeps them away for so long.- Why an unreliable erection doesn't mean the end of pleasure, and what "pivoting" actually looks like in bed.- The surprising sensitivity of a soft penis, and why porn has left us all badly under-educated.- Why sex that "feels like sandpaper" is so common after menopause, and the fixes that work within weeks.- The generational reason women over 50 feel funny about keeping lube by the bed.- Why the low-desire partner usually doesn't dislike sex. She dislikes the sex she's having.- How pressure turns desire into obligation, and what brings real desire back instead.- The two words that reignite relationships after decades together.Show NotesIs it okay to say things aren't working in the bedroom? That's the question, according to my guest, that couples are silently asking as they walk into her office. Erections that have become unreliable. Sex that hurts. Desire that seems to have packed up and left. Most people wait years before saying any of it out loud.In this episode, I'm joined by Dr Jenn Kennedy, clinical sexologist, licensed marriage and family therapist and founder of The Pleasure Project in Santa Barbara. Jenn works with couples and individuals in their 50s, 60s and beyond, and she's refreshingly frank about what she sees: bodies that change with age, partners drowning in shame about it, and simple fixes that nobody has bothered to tell them exist.What I love about this conversation is how practical it gets. We talk about what to do in the actual moment an erection doesn't arrive. We talk about vaginal estrogen, the treatment that clears up painful sex in weeks, and why so many women have never heard of it. And we land on Jenn's most freeing insight: the partner who has "gone off sex" usually hasn't gone off sex at all. She's gone off sex where her pleasure comes last.Whether you're partnered, dating or somewhere in between, this episode is full of things you can actually use. Including, for the men, the simplest question in the entire universe. Ask it daily. Then listen to the answer.Listen, learn and enjoy.Key Takeaways- Dysfunction and dissatisfaction are the two main reasons couples over 50 seek sex therapy.- Pivoting to what feels good keeps shame out of the room, and often brings things back.- Sensitivity doesn't disappear with an erection.- Painful sex after menopause is common, treatable and nothing to be ashamed of.- Lube is not a failure.- Vaginal estrogen can transform painful sex in weeks, yet many women are never told about it.- Pressuring a low-desire partner creates obligation, not desire.- The low-desire partner often enjoys sex.- Desire lives in play, curiosity and banter, not in routine.About the GuestDr. Jenn Kennedy is a clinical sexologist and LMFT specialising in sex and couples. In 2023, Dr. Jenn launched The Pleasure Project, which is dedicated to helping us all have a better sex life. She hosts a podcast called Pleasure Project: Sex & Relationships and offers small group intensives for women and couples. She recently launched a self-guided intimacy course for women and owns a 9-person group therapy practice called Riviera Therapy. Dr Jenn has been quoted in Redbook, Reader's Digest, Forbes Health, DailyOm, Shondaland, Parade, Allure, Yahoo!, and others. She is often tapped to discuss intimacy and sexuality for therapists and physicians.About SuzanneSuzanne Noble is a sex and relationship expert, author, and host of the Sex Advice for Seniors podcast—one of the top-rated shows empowering people 50+ to embrace confident, joyful intimacy. Known for her candid, warm, and often humorous approach, Suzanne challenges age-related taboos, misinformation, and awkward conversations about sex after 50. She helps millions around the world navigate their sexual lives with pleasure, connection, and self-assurance. Because life is too short for bad sex... or silence about it.Connect With SuzanneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexadviceforseniorsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/sexadviceforseniorsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sexadviceforseniorsSubstack: https://www.sexadviceforseniors.comWant More?Visit the Website: https://sexadviceforseniors.com — includes FREE guides and resources for better sex at any age.Free Downloadable Guide: 10 Most Overlooked Secrets to Better Sex PDF: https://subscribepage.io/suzannenoblefreebieSign Up for My FREE Newsletter: https://sexadviceforseniors.comOvercome Erectile Dysfunction & Stay Firm: https://www.stayfirmprogram.comCheck Out My Storefront for Better Sex: https://zaap.bio/stayfirmInterested in 1:1 Coaching or Custom Sex Advice for Seniors Sessions? https://tidycal.com/suzannenoble/30-minute-mentoringRelated EpisodesWhy Long-Term Couples Drift Apart, and the Simple Habit That Brings Them Back: https://www.sexadviceforseniors.com/p/why-couples-lose-the-spark-and-howThe Simple Practice That Brought Intimacy Back After 20 Years: https://www.sexadviceforseniors.com/p/why-waiting-to-feel-in-the-mood-doesntBonus Live: The Relationship Lesson That Ends So Much Conflict: https://www.sexadviceforseniors.com/p/bonus-live-the-relationship-lesson This is a public episode. 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Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, and @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed. Read more on this topic: Swing Into Spring Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California Boho Book Nook, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography] Azalea Flowers, Earl Burns Miller Japanese Garden, CSULB, Long Beach, California [Prints Available] Swing Into Spring Show Garden 2, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California
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Brandon Sedloff and Elizabeth Burton explore the shifting landscape of institutional investing, macro strategy, and the growing case for credit over traditional private equity allocations. Burton brings a unique perspective shaped by her time as an allocator at the Maryland State Retirement System and as CIO of the Employees' Retirement System of Hawaii before joining Fortress Investment Group as chief strategist. The conversation touches on her unconventional path into finance, the lessons she learned managing public pension capital, and why she believes floating rate credit deserves a larger role in institutional portfolios. They discuss: - Why floating rate credit offers better downside protection and fee alignment than private equity in a higher-rate environment - How debt monetization and money supply growth could push inflation back above 4% by year-end - Why AI is creating a divide between investors who can move quickly on co-investment opportunities and those constrained by governance structures - The consumer credit opportunity in prime and near-prime segments that many institutional investors are overlooking - How anchoring investment strategy to a single variable like the 10-year Treasury can simplify decision-making across asset classes This episode offers a clear-eyed view of the challenges facing institutional investors in the 2030s and the strategic shifts required to meet return targets in a persistently higher rate world. Topics: (00:00:00) - Intro (00:02:30) - Elizabeth Burton's early life and path to finance (00:03:50) - From horse farm to Wall Street (00:06:10) - College choice and French politics major (00:09:08) - First finance role and Santa Barbara internship (00:12:16) - Mortgage-backed securities and Chicago MBA (00:15:55) - Baltimore payments consulting detour (00:19:37) - Transition to LP side at Maryland Retirement (00:26:20) - Becoming CIO in Hawaii (00:32:30) - Joining Fortress as chief strategist (00:35:25) - The strategist role and economics anchor (00:41:00) - Fortress overview and consumer focus (00:44:10) - Inflation outlook and floating rate credit case (00:47:20) - The bunker portfolio thought experiment (00:51:30) - AI creating investor haves and have-nots (00:54:30) - Closing Links: Brandon Sedloff LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/bsedloff/ Website — https://brandonsedloff.substack.com/ Elizabeth Burton LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabethtburton/ Companies: Fortress Investment Group — https://www.fortress.com/investors/financial-advisors Juniper Square — https://junipersquare.com
Sable Offshore Oil Corp. reportedly sent a letter to the Trump administration asking to exercise eminent domain over public and private land in Santa Barbara county. Politico published the letter last week, it was dated June second. Sable's pipelines are connected to the land they're looking to acquire. The company has been actively operating after it resumed oil production in March and is looking to bypass prohibitive local and state law. Initially, the Trump administration approved the restart through an emergency order bypassing permission from California. KCSB's Mavis Holley spoke to UC Santa Barbara professor Paasha Mahdavi about what asserting eminent domain over private and public land means for both the pipeline project and California state rights.
Santa Barbara Planning Commissioner Devon Wardlow talks about her plan to run for Santa Barbara City Council, in the latest episode of Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Wardlow, who graduated from Santa Barbara High School, offers her views on housing, State Street, rent stabilization and much more. Wardlow is running for City Council in District 4. Journalism Joshua Molina creates compelling conversations with variety of individuals on topics such as housing, education, politics, business, transporation and much more. Visit SantaBarbaraTalks.com to make a contribution and go to Santa Barbara Talks on YouTube and subscribe to get more than 300 podcasts with the community's most interesting individuals.
Hour 3: This week on the show, we're talking about the latest rumors surrounding Lebron James and his potential return to the Golden State Warriors. But before we dive into that, we're joined by a very special guest, Jackson Flora, the Giants' number four draft pick. This kid's got skills, and we're excited to have him on the show. Jackson Flora is a right-handed pitcher from UC Santa Barbara, and he's been making waves in the baseball world with his impressive performance. We talk to him about his journey from Little League to the pros, and how he's been working hard to develop his skills. He shares with us his favorite baseball memories, from playing for the Giants in Little League to pitching a complete game in college. We also discuss his recruiting process, and how he ended up committing to Santa Barbara. But it's not all about baseball today. We also touch on the latest news in the sports world, including the World Cup and the NBA free agency. Our hosts share their thoughts on the upcoming World Cup, and we even get a shoutout to the England team. And, of course, we can't resist talking about the latest rumors surrounding Lebron James and his potential return to the Warriors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Professor Elliot Wolfson, one of the world's foremost scholars of Jewish mysticism, has dedicated over forty years to teaching and researching Kabbala and its expressions across Jewish history. He explores how ancient kabbalistic concepts resonate with contemporary philosophical and feminist theory. Elliot Wolfson is a professor emeritus of religion at University of California, Santa Barbara. He is renowned for his research in the history of Jewish mysticism, but he has also contributed to the fields of philosophy, literary criticism, feminist theory, and more. Now, he sits down with Rabbi Dr. Benji Levy to answer eighteen questions on Jewish mysticism including the mechanics of prayer, the constant recreation of time, and Pardes [the orchard]. Here are our questions: What is Jewish mysticism?How were you introduced to Jewish mysticism?In an ideal world, would all Jews be mystics?What do you think of when you think of God?What is the purpose of the Jewish people?How does prayer work?What is the goal of Torah study?Does Jewish mysticism view men and women the same?Should Judaism be hard or easy?Why did God create the world? Can humans do something that is against God's will?What do you think of when you think about Moshiach?Is the State of Israel part of the final redemption?What is the greatest challenge facing the world today?How has modernity changed Jewish mysticism?What differentiates Jewish mysticism from the mysticism of other religions? Does one need to be religious to study Jewish mysticism?Can mysticism be dangerous?How has Jewish mysticism affected your relationships with yourself and with others?What is a Jewish teaching that you always take with you?
The San Francisco Giants are gearing up for a promising future with the addition of 1st round pick Jackson Flora, the talented right-handed pitcher selected as the fourth overall pick in the 2026 MLB draft. We welcome Bill Laskey to discuss the world of pitching, with his thoughts on the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead for the Giants and their new prospect. Santa Barbara head coach Andrew Checketts details Flora's path to the majors.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Right-handed pitcher Jackson Flora from UC Santa Barbara has been making waves with his impressive skills on the mound, but what makes him tick? Laskey and Silver dive into the world of college baseball to learn more about Jackson's journey and what makes him a top prospect. Jackson's impressive stats are no secret, but what sets him apart is his mental toughness and ability to perform under pressure. His head coach, Andrew Checketts, shares insights into Jackson's personality and what makes him a great fit for the Giants. From his competitive nature to his ability to handle adversity, Andrew gives us a glimpse into what makes Jackson a top prospect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Next Level Soul with Alex Ferrari: A Spirituality & Personal Growth Podcast
FLASHBACK FRIDAYS: Bernard Haisch is an astrophysicist and the author of over 130 scientific publications. After earning his PhD from the University of Wisconsin in Madison, Haisch did postdoctoral research at the Joint Institute for Laboratory Astrophysics, the University of Colorado at Boulder, and the University of Utrecht, the Netherlands. His professional positions include staff scientist at the Lockheed Martin Solar and Astrophysics Laboratory; deputy director of the Center for Extreme Ultraviolet Astrophysics at the University of California, Berkeley; and visiting scientist at the Max-Planck-Institut für Extraterrestrische Physik in Garching, Germany. He was a scientific editor of the Astrophysical Journal for ten years. Prior to his career in astrophysics, he was a student for the Catholic priesthood.Marsha Sims has a multi-disciplinary background and years of experience interfacing with business, supporting scientists and their projects, and immersing herself in the music world. She has a music degree from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and a masters degree from Notre Dame de Namur University. She has served as administrator and department secretary at Lockheed Martin Palo Alto Research Laboratory; executive editor at the Journal of Scientific Exploration; administrator at California Institute for Physics and Astrophysics. She is a music teacher of voice, piano, and guitar at her own company and sings opera since 2009.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.Take your spiritual journey to the next level with Next Level Soul TV — our dedicated streaming home for conscious storytelling and soulful transformation.Experience exclusive programs, original series, movies, tv shows, workshops, audiobooks, meditations, and a growing library of inspiring content created to elevate, heal, and awaken. Begin your membership or explore our free titles here: https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv
In this episode Mark interviews Paul Austin Ardoin about his new book OUTLINING FOR NOVELISTS WHO DON'T OUTLINE. Prior to the interview Mark shares a person update and a word from this episode's sponsors. This episode is sponsored by Author Nation, being held in Las Vegas Nov 13 through 14, 2026 Learn more about Author Nation and register at AuthorNation.live. In the interview Mark and Paul talk about: Paul's previous non-fiction book for writers FROM ZERO TO FOUR FIGURES Mark's offer of gifting 3 copies of FROM ZERO TO FOUR FIGURES by buying them from Paul and/or a local bookshop for listeners based on a random selection of comments for this episode Paul's new book OUTLINING FOR NOVELISTS WHO DON'T OUTLINE How Paul wrote his first four mystery novels without using an outline The method Paul used to adapt strategies from outlining processes that a pantser could leverage within their own writing without having to sacrifice their strengths as a "discovery writer" How the book doesn't talk down to pansters/discovery writers, but embraces and understands that perspective Discovering that all of his different novels that he pants were all exactly 27 chapters What a time-loop mystery is, the comparison to movies like Groundhog Day and Paul's example with his novel A TIME FOR MURDER The mini flashlights that can help when a writer is "writing into the dark" Keeping the enjoyable element of discovery writing while having a plot concept to fall back upon Advice Paul would like more authors to know How Paul's love for Milwaukee really comes through in his books And more... After the interview Mark reflects on a few things that came up in the conversation and reminds listeners of the opportunity to win a free copy of Paul's previous book. Links of Interest: Paul Austin Ardoin (Website) Paul's Book: Outlining for Novelists Who Don't Outline Paul's Book: A Time for Murder EP 309 - From Zero to Four Figures with Paul Austin Ardoin Manuscript Report (Mark's affiliate link - use MARK10 to save 10%) Buy Mark a Coffee Patreon for Stark Reflections Mark's YouTube channel ElevenLabs (AI Voice Generation - Affiliate link) Mark's Stark Reflections on Writing & Publishing Newsletter (Signup) Stark Realities Book An Author's Guide to Working With Bookstores and Libraries The Relaxed Author Buy eBook Direct Buy Audiobook Direct Publishing Pitfalls for Authors Wide for the Win Ghost Stories of the Great Lakes Mark's Canadian Werewolf Books This Time Around (Short Story) A Canadian Werewolf in New York Stowe Away (Novella) Fear and Longing in Los Angeles Fright Nights, Big City Lover's Moon Hex and the City Only Monsters in the Building Once Bitten (Novella) The Canadian Mounted: A Trivia Guide to Planes, Trains and Automobiles Yippee Ki-Yay Motherf*cker: A Trivia Guide to Die Hard Merry Christmas! Shitter Was Full!: A Trivia Guide to National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation I Think It's A Sign That The Pun Also Rises Paul Austin Ardoin is the USA TODAY bestselling author of The Fenway Stevenson Mysteries, The Woodhead & Becker Mysteries, and the author guides From Zero to Four Figures and Outlining for Novelists Who Don't Outline. A California native, Paul holds a B.A. in creative writing from the University of California, Santa Barbara and an MBA in Marketing from the University of Phoenix. He lives in the Milwaukee area, where he enjoyed Milwaukee's surprisingly excellent symphony orchestra and unsurprisingly excellent fried cheese curds. The introductory, end, and bumper music for this podcast ("Laser Groove") was composed and produced by Kevin MacLeod of www.incompetech.com and is Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0
Nalika Gajaweera (Research Affiliate, Walter H. Capps Center, University of California, Santa Barbara; PhD, Anthropology, University of California, Irvine, 2013) is an anthropologist of Buddhism, race, and ethics, with a focus on community well-being and resilience. Her current book manuscript, Transforming the American Sangha, funded by the Kataly Foundation, is an ethnography of the Insight Meditation movement in North America, focused on the efforts of practitioners of color to raise awareness of oppressive racial conditions in these communities. Her doctoral research examined how Buddhist ethics and practices of giving shaped Sri Lankan local NGOs doing humanitarianism work in the context of two disasters: the Indian Ocean tsunami of 2004 and ethnic conflict that ended in 2009. A former Fulbright fellow, Dr. Gajaweera has conducted fieldwork in North America and South Asia, managing and conducting complex multi-stakeholder research projects, exploring power building efforts among marginalized groups. Funders for these projects included Kataly Foundation, John Templeton Foundation, Hilton Foundation and GHR. Nalika Gajawira will collaborate with Ann Gleig on a comparative ethnographic study of how Buddhist communities adopt and adapt popular spiritual exercises such as "secular" mindfulness and yoga classes within a wider Buddhist framework. Their work aims to illustrate the processes, frameworks and relationships that can enable more responsible relationships between specific religious communities and the word of spiritual wellness practices. Visit Sacred Writes: https://www.sacred-writes.org/templeton-working-group Visit Nalika Gajaweera: https://nalikagajaweera.com/ https://dornsife.usc.edu/crcc/profile/nalika-gajaweera/
Follow me on Instagram at @douglaswelch, @dewdesignphoto, and @agardenersnotebook and Pixelfed. Read more on this topic: Welcoming Family Retreat Show Garden, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California Boho Book Nook, The 36th Annual Southern California Spring Garden Show, Costa Mesa, California [Photography] Matilija Poppy (Romneya coulteri), Santa Barbara Botanic Garden [Photography] Video: In the garden…March 27, 2013 – No green potatoes and some flowers are blooming Lobelia Flowers, Helena Avenue Bakery, Santa Barbara, California [Photography]
In the special segment "Checkin' the Inbox," Laura and Shanna answer listener questions about staving off sickness when you're a parent, managing your child's impulsive behaviors, knowing when your child needs speech therapy, and more! Also, Shanna reports on an action-packed getaway to Ojai and Santa Barbara with her mom and girls, and Laura shares two updates about her 5-year-old, including a drawing milestone and a dollar-store hack that's been a hit. Finally, the moms share their BFPs and BFNs for the week. Shanna's kids are 7 and 10 years old, and Laura's kids are 7 years old and 5 years old.Topics discussed in this episode:• Should I give my child a structured or unstructured summer break?• A SoCal weekend getaway that is close to Los Angeles and FUN!• Family-friendly activities in Ojai and Santa Barbara• The benefits of taking your kids on adventures in nature• Getting your child an eye exam• When your child suddenly has a leap in drawing skills• Ideas for how to stay healthy and avoid sickness when you are a parent• Situations that make you feel uncool as a mom• How do you know if your child needs speech therapy?• How does impulsive behavior manifest in children with ADHD?• Tips for handling impulsive behavior• Audiobooks and podcasts we currently love• A fun, local, family activity - mini golf• The best affordable sunscreen that your kids will actually likeProducts, links, resources mentioned in this episode:• Lake Casitas kayak rentals• Santa Barbara Zoo• Land Shark Tours Santa Barbara• BFP Episode 75 - where Shanna first talks about being intimidated by teenagers• The ADHD Parenting Podcast• Mike McLeod: Executive Function-ADHD Specialist• Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)• Yesteryear by Caro Claire Burke• Famesick: A Memoir by Lena Dunham• Automatic Noodle by Annalee Newitz• Love Trapped podcast• Search Engine podcast episode - "Why doesn't anybody come to my parties?"• The Interview podcast episode - "Robby Hoffman Will Always Feel Poor, No Matter How Rich She Gets"• If Books Could Kill podcast• Since You Asked podcast• Maybe You Should Talk to Someone by Lori Gottlieb• Sherman Oaks Castle Park Mini Golf• Trader Joe's Invisible Gel Body Sunscreen• Trader Joe's Daily Facial SunscreenConnect with Us:• Become a Patreon member to access ad-free episodes, bonus content, live hangouts and more! patreon.com/bfppodcast• Follow us on social: Instagram, TikTok or Facebook at @bfppodcast• Join our Facebook community group for support and camaraderie on your parenting journey.• Visit our website: bigfatpositivepodcast.com• Email us: contact@bigfatpositivepodcast.com• Send us a voice message: speakpipe.com/bfppodcastIf you enjoyed this episode, help spread the word by sharing the show or leaving a review. Thank you!Big Fat Positive: A Pregnancy and Parenting Journey is produced by Laura Birek, Shanna Micko and Steve Yager.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Next Level Soul with Alex Ferrari: A Spirituality & Personal Growth Podcast
BONUS MONDAYS: William J. Letson Jr. is a retired fire captain and forester of 35 years. In 1994 his engine company responded to, and treated, severely ill patient in the Santa Barbara area. Within a few days he was hospitalized with a similar illness and was admitted to intensive care where he spent the night extremely dehydrated with failing vital signs. During that night he underwent a profound Near Death Experience (NDE) where he separated from his physical body, travelled through a star filled realm and interacted with some very strange ‘other worldly' beings.Bill spent the next 15 years quietly trying to make sense of the incredibly blissful sensations of dying, the very unusual and loving beings he met with, and the persistence of self (consciousness) without a material body. Recognizing in 2010 the many similarities of NDE accounts, Bill set out to discover first-hand the true nature of our earthly journey. His story links together the NDE, shamanic ceremony (DMT), and the power of silence in nature. Bill explains the unbelievable process of Kundalini and what is really occurring in awakening to the realization of infinite conscious dimensions, complete energetic worlds, all around us. Bill lives in Atascadero, California with his wife Lia and a bunch of wonderful, spoiled creatures.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/next-level-soul-podcast-with-alex-ferrari--4858435/support.Take your spiritual journey to the next level with Next Level Soul TV — our dedicated streaming home for conscious storytelling and soulful transformation.Experience exclusive programs, original series, movies, tv shows, workshops, audiobooks, meditations, and a growing library of inspiring content created to elevate, heal, and awaken. Begin your membership or explore our free titles here: https://www.nextlevelsoul.tv
In this special 4th of July episode, Morning Wire's John Bickley and Georgia Howe, along with host Wired In Live, Cabot Phillips, swap the usual interview format for a personal roundtable on what makes America special — from Cabot's moving private tour of Ronald Reagan's humble Santa Barbara ranch, to the viral wave of European soccer fans falling in love with American hospitality during the World Cup, to John's unforgettable conversation with Vietnam veteran and medevac pilot Art Jacobs. Three stories, one theme: why this country, 250 years in, still inspires awe. Get the facts first with Morning Wire.- - -Ep. 2875- - -Wake up with new Morning Wire merch: https://bit.ly/4lIubt3- - -Today's Sponsors:Alliance Defending Freedom - If you believe in the freedom to practice your religion — this is an opportunity to take action. Visit https://JoinADF.com/WIRE to sign the petition today.- - -Privacy Policy: https://www.dailywire.com/privacymorning wire,morning wire podcast,the morning wire podcast,Georgia Howe,John Bickley,daily wire podcast,podcast,news podcast Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
During a recent trip to the Santa Barbara Bowl, Liz and Sarah felt the universe was sending signs that they're on the right creative path. One of the signs? A long line for the men's room. In Career Lessons With Laverne, they talk to executive and leadership coach Laverne McKinnon about the physical reaction they had to a recent meeting misfire. This week's Hollywood Hack is inspired by Sarah and Liz's recent stay at The Milo in Santa Barbara — fix the small thing. Finally, Liz recommends the reality competition show Outlast: The Jungle on Netflix. Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCra Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,' a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. If you liked this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! Sign up for Liz & Sarah's free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com. It'll come right to your inbox! Sign up for Sarah's free weekly Substack newsletter Chickening Out at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. It'll come right to your inbox! LINKS: Santa Barbara Bowl: https://sbbowl.com/ Laverne's bespoke meditation: https://moonshotmentor.substack.com/p/b9334076-d9ad-47bf-996b-35b929a7d352 Laverne McKinnon: https://www.lavernemckinnon.com/ Laverne's Substack — Moonshot Mentor: https://substack.com/@moonshotmentor The Milo: https://www.themilo.com/ Outlast: The Jungle trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EnvBoDKSNKg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Community and Polyamory (Season 6 | Episode 245) with Chandra Kantor [TESSA] In this episode, we speak with Chandra Kantor about community, aging, and the way relationships can become more mutual over time. Chandra shares that she is entering her 50th year, teaches yoga, works as a life coach, and is a mother of three boys. She describes her family structure, including co-parenting with her first husband and being in a committed open relationship with her current husband. Redefining Family Dynamics We talk about the shift that happens as children become adults, especially how a parent-child relationship can move toward mutuality. Chandra describes setting clear expectations around responsibility, gratitude, and communication, including family dinners where everyone shares appreciations. Chandra explains that making implicit expectations explicit helped reduce conflict and create a stronger culture of respect. A major part of the conversation focuses on community. Chandra explains that she first experienced deep community through her father's circle in Santa Barbara and later found it in contact improvisation and women's circles. She describes how community grows through inviting people in, showing up during hard times, and asking for help. She says that trust deepens when people can receive support as well as offer it. Open Relationships & Polyamory We also discuss open relationships, polyamory, jealousy, and compersion. Chandra shares that she had no framework for open relating in her first marriage, but later learned about it through dating a polyamorous partner. She explains that she and her current husband moved slowly, used therapy and group support, and repeatedly adjusted their agreements when needed. For her, compersion means feeling joy in a partner's joy, and she connects that to self-trust and self-worth. Finally, Chandra talks about her work leading yoga classes, retreats, and workshops that emphasize vulnerability, self-expression, and appreciation. She says she wants people to bring those practices back into their families and communities. She closes by reflecting on perimenopause as a stage that can bring clearer boundaries, less people-pleasing, and more unapologetic self-expression. Community and Polyamory (Season 6 | Episode 245) About Tessa Tessa Krone is the engine behind and the face of The Open Nesters. Tessa holds an MA in Consciousness Studies and is a speaker, coach, program, and journey facilitator & leader, author, and, of course, Podcaster. Her offerings are based on her mission to help people open to their most self-expressed, loving selves. Tessa's specialties include embodiment from all the senses and elements of our inner and outer lives, ranging from mindfulness, dance, play, and sensory exploration in nature. If she had one superpower, it would be to help people, especially as they age, to live more open-hearted lives. Please email Tessa to make a connection. And visit her page here on the Open Nesters Website. If you like, please answer the question: What do you need to OPEN your NEST? In your LIFE. In your BODY. In your SPIRIT. Do you need MORE… Adventure Freedom of Expression Exploration and Fun Body Movement New circles of friends Deep love relationships
Send us Fan MailA treasure map? On Dynasty? We had to pause, rewind, and make sure we heard that right. We're recapping Dynasty Season 5 Episode 11 “Swept Away” on Soap Lore, and the show swings from hotel-room secrets to jungle-mystery logic in record time. Jeff Colby realizes his latest fling is Nikki Defilibuster, widow of Peter Defilibuster, and what starts as a scandal quickly turns into a full-on treasure hunt setup with a “solid gold Dinka entity” and two halves of a map. The twist that really matters: Fallon Carrington might not have been on that plane at all. So where is she, and who's holding the missing piece? We also dig into the quieter tension that's been building for a while. Steven and Claudia feel like they're being nudged apart, and Luke's Santa Barbara “work trip” details raise eyebrows even when the chemistry is still finding its footing. On the Carrington power front, Blake and Crystal are still reeling after baby Christina's health scare, and Crystal's gut tells her the official story around Ahmed's death does not add up, especially once Dominique and Adam help Blake spin a press conference that one skeptical reporter refuses to swallow. Then Alexis does what Alexis does best: control the board. A threatened paternity blood test pushes her into escape mode, a blizzard strands Dex and Amanda in a luxury cabin, and the morning after is pure awkward fallout. Just when it can't get messier, Alexis shows up with champagne and a London plan that rewrites everyone's next move. Listen now, then subscribe, share the episode with a fellow soap fan, and leave us a review. What's your theory on Fallon and the treasure map?
June 2026: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by the We Agnostics of Santa Barbara, California. Our speakers this month are:GeoffRalphand BriJet..with Sherman as emcee.Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share their thoughts about the speakers' shares and should be interesting for anyone, newcomer and long-timer alike (or just curious).Next month's Secular AA Global Speaker Tour will be featuring the "Rule 62 AA Group" on Sunday, July 5th with simultaneous translation to Español at:2 pm EST1 pm CST12 pm AZ11 am PST7 pm UK6 am AEDT (Monday)Everyone is welcome to join our monthly open/public secular AA meeting.ZOOM ID 864 4074 0033Passcode 121212(CON TRADUCCIÓN SIMULTÁNEA INGLÉSESPAÑOL)For more info on secular AA including Zoom meetings, in-person meetings, and virtual gatherings, check out:- https://aasecular.org- secularAA@gmail.comSecular AA is AA sobriety that is neither religious nor irreligious, focusing on the practical, humanist tools of Alcoholics Anonymous and borrowed from the wider recovery community. Secular AA is a growing subculture within AA, offering 100 agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA meetings every day + regional events and the International Conference of Secular AA (ICSAA). More @ https://aasecular.org
This week's Deadpod features the Grateful Dead's second set from June 4, 1978, at Campus Stadium, University of California, Santa Barbara—a show that captures the band in a confident and fluid late-'70s mode. The set opens with a lively "Samson and Delilah," followed by a nicely rendered "Ship of Fools" that provides an early contrast in mood. The improvisational core begins with "Estimated Prophet," which unfolds patiently before transitioning into a bright and engaging "Eyes of the World." (nevermind Bobby stepping on Jerry's solo). The Eyes is a bit on the fast side, I wonder if the presence of Ken Kesey and the Thunder machine had something to do with that? "Drums" and a concise "Space" serve as a bridge into the closing sequence, where a driving "Not Fade Away" builds into "Goin' Down the Road Feeling Bad" and a high-energy "Around and Around." The set is capped by a pair of encores—"U.S. Blues" and "Sugar Magnolia"—that bring the performance to an upbeat conclusion. Overall, this is a well-paced and cohesive second set, offering both strong song performances and a satisfying improvisational arc. As always, I hope you enjoy the listen. Grateful Dead Campus Stadium - University Of California Santa Barbara, CA 6/4/1978 - Sunday Two Samson And Delilah [6:34] Ship Of Fools [6:57] Estimated Prophet [10:40] > Eyes Of The World [10:16] > Drums [10:#16] > Space (1) [4:21] > Not Fade Away [8:04] > Goin' Down The Road Feeling Bad [6:29] > Around And Around [7:27] Encores U.S. Blues [5:09] Sugar Magnolia [7:51] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod062626.mp3 As always thanks for your kind support of the Deadpod!
The Tim Conway Jr. Show Hour 3 (6.25) This hour is stacked. We open with the ultimate '80s plot twist — the "Ghostbusters" theme and Huey Lewis's "I Want a New Drug" are basically the same song, and the lawsuit saga behind it is wilder than the mash-up. Then we remix the Springfield dog-and-cat meme as the Supreme Court clears the way for Trump to end protected status for hundreds of thousands of Haitian and Syrian immigrants — a ruling that could ripple to 1.3 million people. Next, the wedding of the year: a street-closure permit around Madison Square Garden has Swifties convinced Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce are tying the knot July 3 — though nobody's confirming a thing. Dolly Parton, meanwhile, just opened her trucker-friendly Tennessean Travel Stop and threw down the gauntlet at Buc-ee's with one perfect one-liner ("I couldn't leave it to beavers"). And the video everyone's sharing: a great white shark stalking two paddleboarders off Santa Barbara — who, plot twist, went out looking for it. Plus a fired-up listener letter from Apple Valley. Hit play. plot twist, mash-up, the truth about, lawsuit saga, remix, ripple effect, secret, wedding of the year, tying the knot, Swifties, convinced, threw down the gauntlet, declares war, perfect one-liner, caught on camera, stalked, the video everyone's sharing, going viral, you won't believe, jaw-dropping, fired up, exposed, ultimate, wild, no one's talking about, breaking, bombshell, iconic, era, receipts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Liz and Sarah discuss their recent Bad Trip writing marathon in Santa Barbara. The highlight? Writing outside at Godmothers in Summerland. Then they interview Rina O'Malley, a writer who's breaking into the industry, about how she managed to do the impossible — get representation! This week's Hollywood Hack will improve your next meeting: have a preliminary call. Finally, Sarah recommends the Stray Kids Survival Show. LINKS: Rina O'Malley: https://blcklst.com/profile/Rina-OMalley Rina's recs: 1. Darcy Fowler's TV & Film Writing Workshops https://www.tvwritersrefuge.com/ Darcy is very good at helping writers find the actual story beneath the story they think they're writing, and is also a truly amazing human. Generous, brilliant, and intuitive. 2. Script Anatomy https://scriptanatomy.com/ I'm a big fan of their instructors (all working writers) and their curriculum. I especially love the draft intensive classes, which are a great structured way to get a draft written fast. 3. Jen Grisanti https://www.jengrisanti.com/ Jen's annual workshop is magical. She brings in incredible guests, showrunners you can pitch and get feedback from. She also has free interviews online where you can learn a lot about story. 4. Lee Jessup https://leejessup.com/ One of the best people to learn from about the industry -- where you fit in it, your brand, your strategy, and how to think about your career like an actual career. You can work with Lee directly, but she also has a great YouTube channel where she breaks down the state of the industry and interviews reps: https://www.youtube.com/@leejessup5299 5. Roadmap Writers https://www.roadmapwriters.com/ A great place to learn about both craft and career, and connect with other writers. Tons of events, webinars, and classes. The team really cares about helping emerging writers. Bonus: Events where you can learn and network Storytelling360 https://storytelling360.com/ In-person panels and networking events in LA, NYC, and London. Austin Film Festival Writers Conference https://austinfilmfestival.com/festival-and-conference-aff/conference/ Definitely worth going if you can. Thousands of screenwriters packed into downtown Austin for panels, roundtables, tacos, drinks, and mild chaos. Basically spring break for screenwriters. Stray Kids Survival Show: https://strayksubs.com/videos/survival-show/ Get in touch on Instagram: @Sfain & @LizCraft Get in touch on Threads: @Sfain & @LizCraft Visit our website: https://happierinhollywood.com Sign up for Liz & Sarah's free weekly Substack newsletter at https://happierinhollywoodpod.substack.com and Sarah's Chickening Out Substack at https://happierinhollywood.substack.com. They'll come right to your inbox! Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/HappierinHollywood/ Happier in Hollywood is part of ‘The Onward Project,' a family of podcasts brought together by Gretchen Rubin—all about how to make your life better. Check out the other Onward Project podcasts—Happier with Gretchen Rubin, andSide Hustle School . If you liked this episode, 'S please subscribe, leave a review, and tell your friends! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Federico y Luis F. Quintero analizan el fin de la batalla judicial entre Indra y Santa Bárbara.
Vanessa was at a bar last night watching Colombia take on Austria, and we got the privilege of listening to audio of her celebrations. If you didn't think she could get any louder, you'd be wrong. Ally joined an AI dating coach app for advice on how to convince her wife to engage in a threesome as part of our Funner Summer challenge. It ended with her hitting on the AI dating coach and being rejected, which then led to Klein asking Grok for a threesome which yielded a very different result. Since it's Prime Day all week, we celebrated with another round of Prime Day Price is Right! We don't want to give it away, but one lucky guy named Matt won himself a giant bottle of Vacation Body Oil! Plus we got a newly single guy on the party bus to Santa Barbara to see Royel Otis, even though he technically won because he tried to cheat on his girlfriend with her own Aunt.
At 8 and 9 years old, Brandon was a fixture on Hollywood sets - a child actor with credits on Bad News Bears and The Courtship of Eddie's Father - and somehow, that was the tame part.What followed was decades of living at full volume. Lead singer of the Dead Kennedys. Smuggling cocaine out of Bali. Shooting acid and landing in a psych ward. A heroin addiction that stretched on for years, fueled by a life that had never once asked him to slow down.The moment that finally cracked him open wasn't a near-death experience or a legal consequence. It was a letter. His wife left it in a hotel room in Santa Barbara. Simple message: get sober, or lose his son.He got sober.Nearly 30 years later, Brandon has surfed the world clean, worked as a sober companion, and spent years as an editor for South Park. He came up in Twelve Step and eventually added Refuge Recovery.to his program.Connect with Brandon on InstagramDM me on InstagramMessage me on FacebookListen AD FREE & workout with me on Patreon Connect with me on TikTokEmail me chasingheroine@gmail.comSee you next week!
On the 21-year-anniversary of the Michael Jackson trial and verdict, former News-Press reporter Dawn Hobbs recalls her time covering the high-profile trial. Hobbs covered every day of the trial in Santa Maria. In this episode of Santa Barbara Talks, Hobbs explains how she was assigned the story, how she approached the beat, and the moment she "locked eyes," with Michael Jackson. Hobbs also talks about her career as a reporter, her fight previous News-Press ownership and the state of journalism. Josh Molina is a journalist and instructor at Santa Barbara City College. He creates dynamic conversations with individuals on the topics of housing, politics, media, culture, business and much more. Follow his podcast at www.santabarbaratalks.com and subscribe on YouTube to Santa Barbara Talks with Josh Molina. Consider making a contribution to support his podcast.
When Shekar Sathyanarayana, founder of Nalla, began visiting wineries in Santa Barbara and talked about Indian food, winemakers loved the food, but had never paired it with wine. Now, Nalla has brought Indian food and wine pairing to over 100 events hosted at wineries and other venues and Shekar shares what he has learned about match Indian food and wine. Detailed Show Notes: Shekar's background: 1st generation South Indian, grew up in Kansas, was a talent agent and lawyerNalla foundingStarted as Indian food gatherings (2016) to explore different Indian cuisinesShekar knew nothing about wine, started driving to Santa Barbara wine country and learningWineries said they'd never paired wine and Indian cuisine beforeNalla experiences, officially launched 2023Where South Asian cuisines and wine industry meet, includes culture (live music, dance, decor - e.g. - Thali plates, plates with small bowls in them)Done 100+ events at wineries and 3rd party venues1st winery partner was Brecon Estate in Paso Robles, learned Albarino and samosas work well togetherDoes 4 entrees, each from a different region, coursed w/ 2 wine glasses side by side, and data captured on preferences~25-50 guests at each eventLarge market opportunity: 2.1B South Asians globally, ~6M in the US; highest household disposable income (~$100k for South Asian, ~$150k for Indians); very food forward and know little about wineIndian wine~200 wineries in IndiaGrow varieties to sell (e.g. - rose), haven't figured out what grows best yet2 harvests / yearFocus is educating people about wine, not yet integrated w/ food4 components to “spicy” foodCapsaicin - the heat in chilis, gives a burning sensation; can be offset by milk/dairy which has casein, a protein that binds to capsaicinAromatics (e.g. - coriander, cumin, cinnamon, clove, cardamon) - no heat, but lots of smell and tasteSichuan pepper - gives a tingle, drying, numbing sensation (not common in Indian food)Piperine - key compound in black pepper, common in South Indian cuisine; can often flatten winesIndian food & wine pairing - match aromatics w/ wine, heat comes secondCapsaicin and alcohol make the heat worse, try to stay
In this episode of the Reformed Journal Podcast, the poetry edition, Rose Postma talks with Paul Willis about his poem “Compulsion.” Paul has published eight full collections and six chapbooks of poetry, the most recent of which are Losing Streak (Kelsay Books, 2024) and Orvieto (Solum Literary Press, 2025). Individual poems have appeared in Poetry, Slant, and Southern Poetry Review, and have been selected for publication by Jane Hirshfield, Garrison Keillor, and Adrienne Rich. He is an emeritus professor of English at Westmont College and a former poet laureate of Santa Barbara, California.
Links For The Occult Rejectshttps://linktr.ee/theoccultrejectsOccult Research Institutehttps://www.occultresearchinstitute.org/Substackhttps://substack.com/@theoccultrejects?r=7auau0&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageCash Apphttps://cash.app/$theoccultrejectsVenmo@TheOccultRejectsBuy Me A Coffeebuymeacoffee.com/TheOccultRejectsPatreonhttps://www.patreon.com/TheOccultRejectsPart 1 focuses on the drum as an ancient technology of altered consciousness. The argument is not that every beat causes trance, or that neuroscience has proven spirits. The stronger argument is that rhythm enters the human organism through hearing, motor prediction, breath, movement, attention, emotion, expectation, culture, and social synchrony. The drum becomes powerful when sound, body, group, ritual frame, and meaning converge. These sources support the archaeology, neuroscience, EEG research, shamanic studies, possession studies, Indigenous and culturally specific drum traditions, ritual theory, placebo and meaning-response research, ceremonial magic, and modern witchcraft material used in the episode.Core Academic and Scientific SourcesHuels, Emma R., Hyoungkyu Kim, UnCheol Lee, Tirsa Bel-Bahar, Ana V. Colmenero, Alexandra Nelson, Stefanie Blain-Moraes, George A. Mashour, and Richard E. Harris. “Neural Correlates of the Shamanic State of Consciousness.” Frontiers in Human Neuroscience 15 (2021): 610466.Gordon, Yoel, Golan Karvat, Noa Dagan, and Ayelet N. Landau. “Neural Tracking at Theta Predicts Drumming-Induced Altered States of Consciousness.” Scientific Reports 16, no. 1 (2026): Article 10204.Aparicio-Terrés, R., et al. “The Neurobiology of Altered States of Consciousness Induced by Drumming and Other Rhythmic Sound Patterns.” Annals of the New York Academy of Sciences, 2025.Neher, Andrew. “Auditory Driving Observed with Scalp Electrodes in Normal Subjects.” Electroencephalography and Clinical Neurophysiology 13 (1961): 449–451.Neher, Andrew. “A Physiological Explanation of Unusual Behavior in Ceremonies Involving Drums.” Human Biology 34, no. 2 (1962): 151–160.Maurer, R., V. K. Kumar, L. Woodside, and R. J. Pekala. “Phenomenological Experience in Response to Monotonous Drumming and Hypnotizability.” American Journal of Clinical Hypnosis 40, no. 2 (1997): 130–145. Use for monotonous drumming, subjective altered experience, imagery, absorption, and hypnotizability.Maxfield, Melinda C. “Effects of Rhythmic Drumming on EEG and Subjective Experience.” PhD diss., Institute of Transpersonal Psychology, 1990. Use as older supporting context on drumming, EEG, imagery, body-image changes, and subjective altered experience. Do not make this the main scientific proof; use it as background.Nozaradan, Sylvie, Isabelle Peretz, and André Mouraux. “Tagging the Neuronal Entrainment to Beat and Meter.” The Journal of Neuroscience 31, no. 28 (2011): 10234–10240. Use for EEG evidence that the brain can track beat and meter. This supports the claim that the brain does not merely hear rhythm as background sound; it can represent rhythmic structure in measurable ways.Nozaradan, Sylvie. “Exploring How Musical Rhythm Entrains Brain Activity with Electroencephalogram Frequency-Tagging.” Philosophical Transactions of the Royal Society B 369, no. 1658 (2014). Use as broader rhythm/EEG entrainment support. This helps explain frequency-tagging, beat tracking, meter, neural entrainment, and the measurable relationship between rhythmic structure and brain activity.Thaut, Michael H., Gerald C. McIntosh, and Volker Hoemberg. “Neurobiological Foundations of Neurologic Music Therapy: Rhythmic Entrainment and the Motor System.” Frontiers in Psychology 5 (2015). Use for rhythm as motor-system timing information. This supports the claim that a beat can become bodily instruction, not just sound for the ear. Especially useful when discussing rhythmic auditory stimulation, motor planning, gait, entrainment, and the auditory-motor bridge.Ross, Jessica M., John R. Iversen, and Ramesh Balasubramaniam. “Time Perception for Musical Rhythms: Sensorimotor Perspectives on Entrainment, Simulation, and Prediction.” 2022. Use for rhythm, timing, prediction, sensorimotor entrainment, and the way musical rhythm interacts with time perception.Hove, Michael J., and Jane L. Risen. “It's All in the Timing: Interpersonal Synchrony Increases Affiliation.” Social Cognition 27, no. 6 (2009): 949–960. Use for synchrony and social bonding. This helps support the group-body argument: moving or acting in time with others can increase affiliation.Wiltermuth, Scott S., and Chip Heath. “Synchrony and Cooperation.” Psychological Science 20, no. 1 (2009): 1–5. Use for the claim that synchronized movement can increase cooperation and attachment among participants.Tarr, Bronwyn, Jacques Launay, and Robin I. M. Dunbar. “Music and Social Bonding: ‘Self-Other' Merging and Neurohormonal Mechanisms.” Frontiers in Psychology 5 (2014): 1096. Use for music, synchrony, bonding, endorphin/social mechanisms, and why group rhythm can feel like more than private listening.Fancourt, Daisy, Rosie Perkins, Sara Ascenso, Louise Atkins, Fatima Kilfeather, and Aaron Williamon. “Effects of Group Drumming Interventions on Anxiety, Depression, Social Resilience and Inflammatory Immune Response among Mental Health Service Users.” PLOS ONE 11, no. 3 (2016): e0151136. Use for modern group-drumming research showing psychological and physiological effects, including anxiety, depression, social resilience, wellbeing, and inflammatory immune response. Use carefully: this does not make group drumming a cure-all. It supports the more grounded claim that embodied rhythm and group participation can affect mood, social connection, and body chemistry.Bittman, Barry B., et al. “Composite Effects of Group Drumming Music Therapy on Modulation of Neuroendocrine-Immune Parameters in Normal Subjects.” Alternative Therapies in Health and Medicine 7, no. 1 (2001): 38–47. Use as older supporting material on group drumming and neuroendocrine-immune measures. Keep secondary. Fancourt is cleaner for the main script body.Archaeology and Deep History of DrumsLawergren, Bo. “Neolithic Drums in China.” In Music Archaeology in China. 2006. Use for clay drums in Neolithic China and the deep-history claim that drums are not just poetic symbols of antiquity. They appear in the archaeological record as instruments tied to early sound-making, ceremony, and social order.Both, Arnd Adje. “Music Archaeology: Some Methodological and Theoretical Considerations.” Use as general support for why ancient instruments should be treated as ritual and social evidence, not merely decorative objects.Anthropology, Ethnomusicology, Ritual, and TranceRouget, Gilbert. Music and Trance: A Theory of the Relations Between Music and Possession. Translated by Brunhilde Biebuyck. Chicago: University of Chicago Press, 1985. Essential source. Use for the caution that music does not mechanically or universally cause trance. Rouget helps keep the argument academically serious by emphasizing culture, ritual frame, meaning, and expectation.Becker, Judith. Deep Listeners: Music, Emotion, and Trancing. Bloomington: Indiana University Press, 2004. Use for music-linked trancing, emotional absorption, religious experience, and culturally trained ways of listening. This supports the “hearing versus entering” distinction.McNeill, William H. Keeping Together in Time: Dance and Drill in Human History. Cambridge, MA: Harvard University Press, 1995. Use for marching, dance, drill, muscular bonding, synchronized movement, and rhythm as social glue. This is useful both for Part 1's group-body material and Part 2's war-drum material.Eliade, Mircea. Shamanism: Archaic Techniques of Ecstasy. Princeton: Princeton University Press, 1964. Use carefully. Eliade's phrase “archaic techniques of ecstasy” is powerful, but the episode should also note that later scholarship criticizes his tendency to universalize shamanism.Winkelman, Michael. Shamanism: A Biopsychosocial Paradigm of Consciousness and Healing. 2nd ed. Santa Barbara, CA: Praeger, 2010. Use for shamanism as a ritual technology involving altered consciousness, healing, social integration, symbolism, and body-brain processes.Winkelman, Michael. “Shamanism and Psychedelics: A Biogenetic Structuralist Paradigm of Ecopsychology.” European Journal of Ecopsychology 4 (2013): 90–115. Use as supplemental background on shamanism, altered consciousness, and comparative models of trance and visionary states.Kontouli, Athanasia, Michael J. Hove, Alexandre Lehmann, Peter Vuust, and Peter E. Keller. “The Rhythms of Trance: Cultural Phenomenology and Neural Mechanisms of Music-Induced Lewis-Williams, David. The Mind in the Cave: Consciousness and the Origins of Art. London: Thames & Hudson, 2002. Use cautiously for altered states, entoptic imagery, ritual vision, and the relationship between neuropsychology and symbolic culture.Non-Ordinary States of Consciousness.” Neuroscience & Biobehavioral Reviews, 2026. Use for the bridge between cultural phenomenology and neuroscience. This supports the point that music-induced trance is not only acoustics; it involves body, training, expectation, culture, environment, and interpretation.Tart, Charles T., ed. Altered States of Consciousness. New York: Wiley, 1969. Use as classic altered-state background.Hultkrantz, Åke. “The Drum in Shamanism.” Use for classic comparative material on the shamanic drum, especially Arctic, SiberiAlso want to remind people about the website, if you're into reading we have tons of information by multiple contributors, and we got t-shirts up on the site if you're interested. Fun fact, the art is all based on the eyeball. A
Dr. Diana Hill interviews contemplative social scientist and emotion researcher Dr. Eve Ekman, senior fellow at UC Berkeley's Greater Good Science Center and co-creator (with her father Paul Ekman) of The Atlas of Emotions, a tool requested by the Dalai Lama to help people understand how emotions arise and are experienced. They discuss why “emotion regulation” can miss the larger richness of emotions, and how the Atlas emphasizes triggers, physiology, personal history, and—most importantly—our responses, which can be constructive or destructive. Ekman describes building awareness over time rather than relying on quick fixes, the costs of suppression, and the role of sangha and relationships in working with emotions. The conversation also explores grief, caregiving, Father's Day, impermanence, and Ekman's experience losing her 91-year-old father after dementia, including relief, tenderness, and the social nature of emotions.Listen and Learn:Emotions are more than something to regulate.Emotional awareness is built through practice.Making room for grief can deepen love and connection.Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeBecome a Wise Effort Community memberSign up for my newsletterOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsSee Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.Mentioned in this episode:Tell the Truth Salon Series You are invited to join me live in person or streaming online here in Santa Barbara to Tell the Truth Salon Series. This is something that I have been dreaming up for a while now. I want us to gather in person, online, and have real conversations, unedited, unscripted, with people who are change-makers in our world, but also to uncover our own inner truths. https://drdianahill.com/salonTell the Truth Salon Series
In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Victoria “Vicky” Hart, daughter of acclaimed television writer Stan Hart, whose remarkable career helped shape some of the most beloved comedy programs in television history.Stan Hart, alongside writing partner Larry Siegel, was a key writer for The Carol Burnett Show, earning multiple Emmy Awards for his work. His extensive career also included writing credits for films such as Move and Eat and Run (1986), as well as television favorites such as Love, American Style (1971) and Oh, Nurse! (1972), The Hal Linden Special (1979), The Wonderful World of Disney, and many other productions. During our conversation, Vicky shares stories about her father's life, legacy, and impact on comedy writing.Dr. Victoria Hart is an accomplished performer and educator in her own right. She earned her Doctor of Musical Arts (D.M.A.) in Vocal Performance from the University of California, Santa Barbara, and has built an impressive career as an operatic soprano and teacher. She has performed leading roles with opera companies across the United States, including Knoxville Opera, Sacramento Opera, Fresno Opera, Greensboro Opera, Opera Santa Barbara, Eugene Opera, Lyric Opera of Kansas City, Long Beach Opera, and Rimrock Opera.Join us for a fascinating conversation about television history, comedy, music, family legacy, and the artistic journeys that connect generations.
After reading something that said her menstrual cycle changes her brain each month, Senior Correspondent Molly Webster goes on a reporting mission to see if that's true, and, if so, how. This journey into sex hormones and the brain involves females and males, and exacting self-experimentation. It gets into PTSD, and ends with a new twist on self-care (hint: it's biological). And, it starts to reveal a sneaky truth: that each one of us is at the mercy of a crashing sea of chemicals inside of us – those things we call hormones. Special thanks to Emily Jacobs, Laura Pritschet, Pavel Shapturenka, and Dr. Catherine Woolley.EPISODE CREDITS: Hosted by - Molly Webster Reported by - Molly Webster Produced by - Mona Madgavkar with help from - Molly Webster Fact-checking by - Diane A. Kelly EPISODE CITATIONS: Articles - **The experiments we feature in this episode are called: 28andMe, 28andOC, and 28andHe, all of which took place at Emily Jacobs lab at the University of California, Santa Barbara.** The 28 Project (https://zpr.io/CSx6MnwZjRvp), background from the Jacobs lab For more on how much variability there is between female and male animals, check out this “groundbreaking” study, referenced by Emily Jacobs in our episode Sex Bias in Neuroscience and Biomedical Research(https://zpr.io/ZRgKZzdNejUA), by Beery AK, Zucker I., Neurosci Biobehav Rev. 2011 Dr. Catherine Woolley has revolutionized the field of neuroscience and sex hormones, here's more about her work … Sex Differences in the Brain Get Down to the Molecular Level Sex (https://zpr.io/UNCLE9J782N5), by Stephanie DeMarco, PhD, The Scientist.com Hormonal Effects on the Brain (https://zpr.io/DvNM9EkXdtGG), by Woolley, C.S. and Schwartzkroin, P.A. Epilepsia Data sets - 28andMe and 28andOC (https://zpr.io/hbXVNTVp2Q7j): 28andHe (https://zpr.io/sZXhfMbMwKb7) Audio - In the episode, we mention Dr. Russ Poldrack and the Midnight Scan Club, as inspo for self-experimentation The Midnight Scan Club (https://zpr.io/CLBhNQSxK844), by Science Friday. Signup for our newsletter!! It includes short essays, recommendations, and details about other ways to interact with the show. Sign up (https://radiolab.org/newsletter)! Radiolab is supported by listeners like you. Support Radiolab by becoming a member of The Lab (https://members.radiolab.org/) today. Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @radiolab, and share your thoughts with us by emailing radiolab@wnyc.org. Leadership support for Radiolab's science programming is provided by the Simons Foundation and the John Templeton Foundation. Foundational support for Radiolab was provided by the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week's Deadpod takes us back to sunny California for a Sunday show at the University of California, Santa Barbara, on June 4, 1978. This is their first show in about a month following the excellent Spring tour, and the band sounds like they're in great spirits—evidenced both by the between-song banter and the upbeat performances throughout the set. A somewhat unusual pairing opens things up, with "Bertha" flowing into "Good Lovin'"—be sure to listen for Garcia's vocal touches there. You might also notice Bobby's vocal substitution in "Me and My Uncle," a small but interesting moment. The whole set is strong, but highlights for me include a particularly expressive "Looks Like Rain" and, of course, a very satisfying "Tennessee Jed." Things nearly get out of hand on the closing "Jack Straw," which makes for a fun finish. Grateful Dead Campus Stadium - University Of California Santa Barbara, CA 6/4/1978 - Sunday One Bertha [7:01] > Good Lovin' [6:21] Dire Wolf [3:21] Me And My Uncle [3:04] > Big River [6:03] Brown Eyed Women [5:02] Looks Like Rain [7:35] Tennessee Jed [8:20] Jack Straw [5:21] You can listen to this week's Deadpod here: https://traffic.libsyn.com/deadshow/deadpod061926.mp3 We'll play the second set next week. For now, I hope you enjoy this fine show from June of 1978. My thanks, as always, for your kind support.
Eriksson, longtime host of the Surface Planet Radio program talks about his career and personal life. Eriksson was part of a cult in Santa Barbara California. He had to deal with issues such as Cult Abuse, Mind Control and gang stalking. Eriksson’s Mother was abducted by the Greys when he was still in the womb. Erickson shares his childhood background growing up near Santa Barbara elites, his mother's pregnancy abduction, and his theories about being a second-generation hybrid. He discusses his galactic soul origin according to astrological charts, early voice-to-skull encounters, and how military mind control programs have tracked him throughout his life. In Part 2 Eriksson talks about aspects of the Secret Space Program and his thoughts on Disclosure.Eriksson also discusses naval intelligence abductions, recurring dreams of secret space program battles, and his relationship with an Illuminati-connected woman who tested him with astral missions. He explores the hidden immorality of space programs, the deceptive nature of Nordic and Reptilian alliances, and offers a grounded perspective on the current disclosure movement. Eriksson’s Patreon: Surface Planet Radio Eriksson’s Soundcloud: Surface Planet Radio Part 1 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 2 Video: [This post contains video, click to play] Part 1: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Eriksson-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-1.mp3&Download: mp3 Audio Part 2 – Members Only: https://www.thecosmicswitchboard.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/Eriksson-Interview-with-James-Bartley-on-thecosmicswitchboard.com-Part-2.mp3To Play or Download: Login or Join To Download Use the link under the player for the part you want to download. The post Secret Space Programs & Hybrids – Ericksson Interview with James Bartley appeared first on The Cosmic Switchboard.
Fourteen counts. Not guilty on every single one. Twenty-one years later, Netflix has reopened the case — and one of Michael Jackson's own defense witnesses is about to change his story. In June 2005, Michael Jackson walked out of a Santa Barbara courtroom acquitted of all 14 child sexual abuse charges. Netflix's new three-part docuseries "The Verdict" revisits that 2005 trial, and in Part 1 Tyrella and Nikita break it down episode by episode — the Martin Bashir interview that started it all, the raid on Neverland, and the fingerprint evidence at the center of the case. We also get into what the documentary left out: the surprise witness who blew up the "captivity" story, and the "neutral" family friend with an undisclosed tie to the prosecution. This is Part 1. Part 2 — who flipped, and where the estate stands in 2026 — drops Thursday (out now for patrons). Content warning: discusses child sexual abuse allegations, grooming testimony, and substance use. Want access to our first 45 episodes? Grab em here! We've made them available for free to anyone who signs up! Remember, these episodes were recorded when we had no idea what we were doing, so just keep that in mind. The audio isn't the quality we would want to put out now, but the cases are on point! Visit killerqueens.link/og to download and binge all the archived episodes today! Hang with us: Follow Us on Instagram Like Us on Facebook Join our Case Discussion Group on Facebook Get Killer Queens Merch Bonus Episodes Support Our AMAZING Sponsors: Rula: Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/queens #rulapod SKIMS: Shop Everyday Cotton, and all of my favorite bras and underwear at https://www.skims.com #skimspartner © 2026 Killer Queens Podcast. All Rights Reserved Audio Production by Wayfare Recording Music provided by Steven Tobi Logo designed by Ingrid at Penguin Designing
Jim Callis, Jonathan Mayo and Jason Ratliff begin a four-part series on each demographic of the 2026 Draft Class. After talking about the College World Series -- with Jim in Omaha for his favorite baseball event -- they kick the series off by analyzing the college pitching in the class. Santa Barbara's Jackson Flora tops the list of prospects in that pool, and he joins the pod to talk about his outstanding season for the Gauchos, how much he learned from Santa Barbara's pitching factory and what he thinks about the next steps of his career. Then the guys preview Saturday's MLB Network Prospect Showcase between the Columbus Clippers and Scranton-Wilkes Barre RailRiders, a game that features six Top 100 prospects, headlined by Yankees No. 1 George Lombard Jr.. They close things out with a Mailbag question about whether the Giants should consider Flora with their pick at No. 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us Fan MailIn episode #188 we spoke with NR athlete Dani Moreno as she goes into her first race post-surgery out at Broken Arrow Sky Race 46k. Dani shares her journey through injury recovery and optimization strategies, and what she is doing leading up to race day.KEY TOPICSDani's journey through her first major injury and recoveryMental resilience strategies during injury recovery.Nutritional strategies and key supplements for healing.Importance of comprehensive blood work for athletes.Training and race preparation insights from Dani.Please note that this podcast is created strictly for educational purposes and should never be used for medical diagnosis or treatment.ABOUT DANI MORENO:Dani Moreno is a professional trail runner galloping and residing in the Eastern Sierra mountain town of Mammoth Lakes, California. She moved to the mountains at the end of 2020 from the coastal town of Santa Barbara, where she lived for a decade, having graduated from the University of Santa Barbara, California.While at UCSB, she competed for the women's Cross Country and Track and Field programs and produced times that made her competitive on both the conference and national level. After college, she took a break from running to rediscover herself, leaning into outdoor guiding and things like climbing, spearfishing, motorcycle riding and other outdoor activities that pushed her to her physiological limits. During this phase of life, she found nothing gave her quite the same satisfaction running did. She began dabbling in trail running, which reignited her passion, and soon she was exploring the Los Padres National Forest's front range on her off days. Trail running immediately appealed to all aspects of her personality in a way that no other type of running had before. As she began to race trails, new opportunities arose and doors opened. She began traveling all over the United States and the world, feeling gratitude the whole way. That feeling hasn't stopped since 2016, and since her debut to the sport, she has exploded on the sub-ultra and ultra scene, with an incredible number of podium and top 10 finishes, including being the top American at UTMB's World Championship OCC race in Chamonix in August 2024, a top 5 finish at the 2024 Broken Arrow Skyrace 26k, 1st at Canyons Endurance Race, 1st at Kodiak Ultra Marathon 50k in 2023, 2nd at Mammoth Trailfest 26k in 2023, and many others. FREE RESOURCES:NR Recovery Protocol: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution.com/recovery-protocolCarb Loading Guide: https://mailchi.mp/nutritional-revolution/free-carb-loading-guideFOLLOW DANI MORENO:IG: www.instagram.com/dan_yell_aSee Dani at TrailCon: https://trailconference.com/2026-schedule/SubHub Podcast: https://www.dani-moreno.com/the-sub-hubMENTIONED:NeverSecond C30 Drink Mix: https://amzn.to/4enkKgkFairlife Protein Shakes: https://amzn.to/4enkKgkThorne Vitamin D and K2: https://nutritional-revolution.com/product/thorne-vitamin-d-k2-liquid/Beta-Alanine: https://nutritional-revolution.com/product/thorne-beta-alanine/Higher Dose PEMF: https://go.shopmy.us/p-65149034Omni PEMF Ring: https://go.shopmy.us/p-65149244Supplements 20% off on Fullscript: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannellThorne Vitamin CProbioticsIronCollagenCalciumFish OilTIMESTAMPS:1:01 - Introduction to Dani Moreno3:19 - Dani's Injury Journey5:54 - Mental Resilience During Recovery9:10 - Nutritional Strategies for Healing11:22 - Importance of Blood Work16:22 - Training and Race Preparation38:04 - Innovative Recovery Tools29:14 - Upcoming Races and Goals45:18 - Community and Support SystemsMORE NRApply to work with Kyla → https://p.bttr.to/3ZrwzcFUse code NEWPOD10 for 10% off our meal plans → https://nutritional-revolution.com/products/CONNECT Instagram → www.instagram.com/nutritionalrevolutionSponsorship inquiries → kyla.c@nutritional-revolution.comInterested in having your biomarkers or nutrigenomics checked? Email us at nutritionalrev@gmail.com TRUSTED RESOURCES Supplements (save 20%) → https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/kchannellFeed Club ($20 off) → https://thefeed.com/teams/nutritional-revolutionKyla's top picks → https://shopmy.us/shop/nutrevFollow us @nutritionalrevolution
Are you feeling disconnected from what you know is true for you—and overriding it anyway? In this live-recorded Wise Effort episode, Diana Hill explores “truth” (personal, collective, spiritual, and scientific) and how it's often simple, close, profound, or even hard to accept. She shares ways truth emerges through rough initiations, deep listening to the body and intuition, unexpected states of consciousness, solitude, real conversation with epistemic humility, and connection to nature as a resilience factor. She closes with a “truth or dare” invitation to name a truth and take one action to live it this week.Listen and Learn:There are overlapping truths from science and spirituality, including that we're not separate selves, the mind extends beyond the brain, attention shapes the brainAvenues to finding your truthsHow awareness is different from thoughts and feelings. Related ResourcesGet enhanced show notes for this episodeBecome a Wise Effort Community memberSign up for my newsletterOrder my book, Wise Effort: How to Focus Your Genius Energy on What Matters Most, and receive special bonus gifts.Want to become more psychologically flexible? Take Diana's "Foundations of ACT" course.Diana's EventsSee Diana at an upcoming eventConnecting With DianaSubscribe for free on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.Leave a 5-star review on Apple so people like you can find the show.Follow Diana on YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Diana's website.Thanks to the team, Craig and Ashley Hiatt, and Benjamin Gould of Bell & Branch for your beautiful music.Mentioned in this episode:Tell the Truth Salon Series You are invited to join me live in person or streaming online here in Santa Barbara to Tell the Truth Salon Series. This is something that I have been dreaming up for a while now. I want us to gather in person, online, and have real conversations, unedited, unscripted, with people who are change-makers in our world, but also to uncover our own inner truths. drdianahill.com/salonTell the Truth Salon Series
In this episode, we explore a foundational energetic protocol designed to help you shift patterns, heal, and deepen your inner alignment. We break down the essential steps for working with your energy field, activating your “soul rider,” and partnering with your body and energetic teams for powerful multidimensional transformation. You'll learn:- The three key steps that prepare your field for energetic work- Why intention + awareness matters- How to access your higher self more directly- The importance of working in a “we field”- A practical retrieval protocol to reclaim your energy and attachment- How to update your grids and reference points after energy workThis is a segment from Aleya's coaching sessions. To join her live online coaching sessions, click on the link below:https://www.aleyadao.com/catalog/products/Live-Coaching-Sessions/721/Get a FREE month of the Cups of Consciousness meditations at:https://www.7cupsofconsciousness.com/About Aleya:Aleya is a sound healer, energetic practitioner, a Licensed Acupuncturist in Colorado, a Minister in the State of California, and a Doctor of Oriental Medicine in New Mexico. She has been an alternative healer for over 30 years.Aleya graduated from Lewis and Clark University in Portland, Oregon, and earned her Master's Degree in Oriental Medicine from The Southwest Acupuncture School in Santa Fe, New Mexico. She practiced in Telluride, Colorado, for 7 years before moving to Santa Barbara, California, where she started delivering the Cups of Consciousness meditations worldwide in 2009. She has recorded 9 sound-healing albums and now lives just South of Yosemite in the Sierra Nevada foothills, serving an international clientele as a spiritual guide, teacher, and sound healer.#EnergyHealing #SpiritualPractice #HigherSelf #DivineAlignment #EnergyWork #ConsciousnessShift #SoulGrowth #HealingJourney Follow along on social media for more insights and updates!
Every year we remind readers that our Summer Reading Guide isn't a list of books you should read, it's a list of books you could read. Today's guest knows that reading is personal, and that's why she's here to get Anne's help figuring out which titles from the 2026 Guide she should prioritize. Ashley Cornelius lives in Santa Barbara with her family, where she's a high school science teacher. Ashley reached out to tell us about the books she's loved and one she didn't from past Summer Reading Guides, and wondered if Anne could help her select books from this year's Guide that might fit her desired summer vibe. Today, Anne is helping one particular reader decide what to read next. But more than that, she's walking you through the thought process of considering what to read next in light of what you already know about your reading life. Find the list of titles discussed today on our show notes page at whatshouldireadnextpodcast.com/528. Chapters: 02:58 Meet Ashley 07:13 What brings Ashley to What Should I Read Next? 12:44 The River by Peter Heller 16:27 The Adventures of Amina Al-Sirafi by Shannon Chakraborty 19:57 The God of the Woods by Liz Moore 22:34 The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd 38:35 Fair Chase by Travis Mulhauser 43:54 Enormous Wings by Laurie Frankel 50:39 Country People by Daniel Mason 55:29 What will Ashley read next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Fetuses leave cells behind in their parents' bodies, where they braid themselves into tissues, and remain, for years. What are they doing in there? Guests: Amy Boddy, Associate Professor of Anthropology at the University of California, Santa Barbara; Lee Nelson, Professor Emeritus at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center For show transcripts, go to vox.com/unxtranscripts For more, go to vox.com/unexplainable And please email us! unexplainable@vox.com We read every email. Support Unexplainable (and get ad-free episodes) by becoming a Vox Member today: vox.com/members Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices